<b>Drawing on examples of her own distinctive,</b>&nbsp;<b>humane modern design, celebrated architect</b>&nbsp;<b>Deborah Berke demonstrates how to create</b>&nbsp;<b>a serene haven for contemporary living.<br></b><br><i>House Rules: An Architect’s Guide to Modern Living&nbsp;</i>documents the beauty and relevance of Deborah&nbsp;Berke’s vision by articulating eight guiding principles&nbsp;to achieve an enriching domestic space. Her&nbsp;rules range from how to create a meaningful&nbsp;sequence from indoors to out, to the need for abundant&nbsp;storage to live an uncluttered life.<br><i><br>House Rules </i>delves deep into Berke’s working&nbsp;process and her thoughtful approach to design,&nbsp;showcasing more than fifty residences. An inspiring&nbsp;guide for homeowners and those aspiring to build a&nbsp;house,<i>House Rules </i>also addresses such timely factors&nbsp;as environmental sustainability and innovative&nbsp;construction techniques. Drawing on these examples&nbsp;of her user-friendly contemporary designs,<i>House</i>&nbsp;<i>Rules </i>demonstrates how to create a serene haven for&nbsp;modern living. Photographs of compelling details&nbsp;richly illustrate her principles, underscoring both the&nbsp;poetry and practicality of her ideas.